Licensed Veterinary Technician
About this role
🐾 Are you passionate about providing exceptional care for pets and building lasting relationships with their humans?
Conveniently located off I-94 and U.S. 131 in Kalamazoo, Pet Vet Family Pet Care Center is looking for a friendly, energetic, and organized Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our close-knit, community-focused team.
💙 Why Kalamazoo?
Located just 50 miles from Lake Michigan, Kalamazoo blends small-town charm with big-city amenities. The city offers:
- An up-and-coming arts and culture scene
- Year-round festivals and community events
- 33 city parks with scenic hiking and biking trails
- A vibrant nightlife with a lower cost of living than many large cities
Love craft beer? Bell's Brewery — a local favorite with a national reputation — got its start right here.
Kalamazoo is an affordable, energetic, and welcoming place to call home.
🩺 What You’ll Do
As a key member of our team, you’ll play an essential role in supporting our veterinarians and delivering top-tier care. Your responsibilities will include:
- Perform patient triage and obtain accurate medical histories
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, and surgical procedures
- Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia
- Perform dental cleanings, radiographs, and oral charting
- Collect and process laboratory samples (blood, urine, fecal, cytology)
- Place IV catheters and administer medications, fluids, and treatments as prescribed
- Take and develop diagnostic radiographs
- Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care
- Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, nutrition, and preventative care
- Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
- Ensure proper sterilization of surgical instruments and maintain a clean clinical environment
- Assist with inventory management and stocking of medical supplies
- Follow all state regulations, hospital protocols, and safety standards
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment surrounded by wagging tails, purring patients, and a supportive team, you’ll fit right in
🐶 Who We're Looking For
- Completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program (Associate Degree)
- Successful completion of the VTNE and current Michigan LVT license
- Genuine passion for patient care and client education
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Professional demeanor with a team-first attitude
- Prior experience in the veterinary field
✨ What We Offer
- A supportive, team-oriented work culture
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for continued education and career growth
- A fun, compassionate team deeply rooted in the Kalamazoo community
Ready to Make a Difference in Kalamazoo?
We’d love to meet you! If you’re ready to grow your career with a team that values both your skills and your heart, apply today and become part of the Pet Vet family. 🐕🐈
Have additional questions? Contact our clinical staff recruiter, Ashley, at ashley@obrienvetgroup.com
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